Zamboanga City Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Zamboanga city Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 5.53 N,125 9.208 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.092167
  • Longitude: 125.153467
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ZAMBOANGA CITY
Type carrier
Flag PH
Length 102 m
Width 13.6 m
Draught 7.1
Tonnage 2164
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo animals (land & sea) and birds,general and mixed goods,timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 7, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 13, 2007

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck site Zamboanga City located in the Davao Gulf near Makar Wharf at coordinates 6 5.53 N, 125 9.208 E. This stranded wreck was originally reported capsized in 1974 and remains charted as a maritime obstruction. Historical survey data identifies the wreck position in the coastal waters off Makar Wharf, Philippines. The site is monitored by the UK Hydrographic Office and noted as a submerged hazard for local navigation.

Surveying Details

14.11.74 REPORTED CAPSIZED OFF MAKAR WHARF. (LL 219 & MSD). NCA. H3763/73 15.5.75 STRANDED WRECK, WITH LEGEND REP (1974), IN 060535N, 1250912.5E [UND]. (MANILA NM 095(T)/74). FILING POSN 060532N, 1250912.5E. TEMPORARY INFOMATION ONLY. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1948 BY ERIKSBERGS MV AB, GOTHENBURG. OWNED AT TIMEOF LOSS BY WILLIAM LINES INC. CAPSIZED AND SANK OFF MAKAR WHARF, GENERAL SANTOS CITY, COTABATO. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 6 5.53 N,125 9.208 E
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FAQ

Where is the ZAMBOANGA CITY wreck located?

The ZAMBOANGA CITY wreck is located at coordinates 6 5.53 N,125 9.208 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ZAMBOANGA CITY?

The seabed around the ZAMBOANGA CITY lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the ZAMBOANGA CITY sink?

The ZAMBOANGA CITY sank on Nov 7, 1974.

When was the wreck of the ZAMBOANGA CITY discovered?

The wreck of the ZAMBOANGA CITY was discovered in 1974.

What country did the ZAMBOANGA CITY belong to?

The ZAMBOANGA CITY belonged to PH.

What cargo was the ZAMBOANGA CITY carrying?

The ZAMBOANGA CITY was carrying animals (land & sea) and birds,general and mixed goods,timber.

What was the tonnage of the ZAMBOANGA CITY?

The ZAMBOANGA CITY had a tonnage of 2164 tons.

What type of wreck is the ZAMBOANGA CITY?

The ZAMBOANGA CITY is classified as a carrier.

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